The person at the center of this case
Janay Shelton
Missing Person · Open
6 years waiting · since 2020
Missing Person: Janay Shelton
Justice for Janay Shelton — the trail went cold in 2020, but the truth hasn't.
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Lead #1What were the specific circumstances of the drop-off on January 17, 2020?
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Lead #2What information do the three siblings and mother have about Janay's disappearance?
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Lead #3Have there been any credible sightings or tips reported since January 2020?
Janay Shelton, a 5-year-old girl, disappeared on January 17, 2020, in Chula Vista, California, after being dropped off with her mother and three siblings. She has not been seen or heard from since that day, and the circumstances surrounding her disappearance remain unclear. The Chula Vista Police Department continues to investigate this case and is seeking any information that could help locate her.
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NamUs case MP102494. Missing person: Janay Shelton.
Last known contact: 2020-01-17 in Chula Vista, San Diego, CA. Circumstances: On 01/17/2020, Janay and three (3) of her siblings were dropped off with their mother and not seen or heard from since.
Demographics: 5 years, Female, Black / African American. Physical description: 3 ft 0 in, 35 lbs, hair: Brown, eyes: Brown.
Investigating agency: Chula Vista Police Department | 2001012 | 2020-01-21.
Timeline of Events
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2020-01-17
Janay Shelton disappears
Janay Shelton, age 5, was dropped off with her mother and three siblings in Chula Vista, California and has not been seen or heard from since.
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2020-01-21
Case reported to NamUs
Chula Vista Police Department officially documented the missing person case.
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Case Information
Incident:January 17, 2020
Last Updated:August 27, 2026
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Case Information
Incident:January 17, 2020
Last Updated:August 27, 2026
Have Information?
Any information, no matter how small, could be crucial to solving this case.
Phone: 6196915151
You can remain anonymous